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How To Simplify Life and Get More Done without Setting Goals

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Goals are our way of attempting to control a future that doesn’t exist, yet. They’re great for honing your sights in on a specific outcome, but in the process you close the door on other potential outcomes. Outcomes that could lead to adventure, excitement and fulfillment.

For example, have you ever paid to get in […]

What The Lorax Can Teach Us about Economics (and Saving The World)

The-Lorax

Can you believe I’ve yet to read The Lorax by Dr. Seuss? I know, crazy right? And if you haven’t either you really should.

Like, right now.

Better yet, go see the movie. Take your kids, nephew or niece, and if you don’t have one of those, go see it anyway. By yourself, or with

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How To Finish Reading a Book

Big sister Ruby and baby Luna

I like reading but hardly ever finish a book.

I can’t really say I lose interest.

I earnestly start with genuine curiosity on the topic and with the intention of finishing. But almost every time, I just stop – not sure why. My best guess is that it’s because I don’t read fiction books.

Fiction […]

The Guilt of Productivity (Why Calling Out of Work Makes You Feel Sick)

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This is a continuation of my last post, Do Nothing. Based on your feedback, I have a feeling this is a topic of interest to you. I’d love to hear what you think in the comments.

Your eyes open. They feel heavy, and puffy.

You’re looking up at the ceiling and you know what […]

Do Nothing

I love Patrick Star

This week I’m taking a break.

Why?

Because I’ve been thinking too much.

About what direction I want to take with qwitr.

I have so many ideas floating through my mind my ears started leaking. You know the feeling. You’re working hard on a project that means the world to you, and you want to […]

7 Surprising Questions About Life’s Purpose That Bees Can Help You Answer

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When a bee visits a flower to forage for nectar, some of the flower’s pollen rubs off on the bee’s cute fuzzy little belly.

The bee then moves on to another flower and some of the pollen on his belly is transferred to that flower.

At this point the lights dim, a disco ball drops […]

Why Jonesboro, Arkansas Is Better Than The Bahamas

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What you’re reading today was inspired by our recent vacation to the fine city of Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Yes, you read that right. We vacationed in Arkansas. You should go on Expedia.com right now and check out the awesome vacation packages!

OK, I’m kidding.

There are no vacation packages, but we were vacationing there.

Jonesboro […]

How to Lose 18 Pounds in 30 Days and Never Fail Again

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A little over thirty days ago I took on a challenge to demolish, irradicate, and DESTROY my love handles.

It wasn’t easy but the end result was a brand new bouncing baby habit.

Here’s what happened:

  • I lost 18 pounds and my clothes fits much better now. Feels great!
  • Love handles? Still there, but
  • […]

What My Daughter’s Poop Taught Me about Self Confidence

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Anytime Luna does something, she has to tell you about it.

If she cuts an important document into a million pieces, leaving confetti all over the living room floor, she yells out, I did it!

If she brushes her teeth and eats half a tube of toothpaste, she yells it out, I did it!

If […]

Clubbing Baby Seals

Baby seal

This morning I had a knot in the pit of my stomach. The train ride to work was torturous and filled with thoughts of regret. I felt depressed, I lacked all vitality, and I just wanted to go home and quit.

In other words, it was just another work day.

I rehearsed my resignation speech […]

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